Effects of social media use on children examined

Mental, physical health can suffer
The potential negative effects of the digital world are well-documented, particularly as they pertain to the mental health and safety of youth.
Community leaders in Connecticut along with health care providers and politicians are working to address the issue. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), during a West Hartford school roundtable held earlier this year, spoke on the Online Kids Safety Act, designed to establish online protection for minors.
Researchers have acknowledged that in a world where digital devices are part of daily life, children’s self-esteem can be impacted. The addictive nature of social media triggers dopamine responses with positive comments and creates reward pathways that can affe...